[quote=Allan from Fallbrook]gandalf: What you’re describing is classic “groupthink” in conjunction with a desire to accommodate the new Administration’s stance on Iraq.[/quote]
It’s been interesting watching the evolution of this thread, from hostile D vs R to “wow we have a lot in common”. Encouraging.
Allan I think you dismiss gandalf’s point too lightly. Groupthink is an aspect of human nature, trying to fit in and not rock the boat. The lead up to the war was more along the lines of deliberate attempts to sway public opinion by highlighting some facts while obfuscating others. That is more serious than groupthink.
And it hasn’t stopped, either. Look at the way scientists have their findings edited to “fit” the views of the administration. Sorry but I have little to no respect for those who twist facts to fit a predetermined opinion.
